Jim Kleinsasser
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| Jim Kleinsasser | |
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| Date of birth | January 31, 1977 (age 30) |
| Place of birth |  Carrington, North Dakota |
| Position(s) | Tight end |
| College | North Dakota |
| NFL Draft | 1999 / Round 2/ Pick 44 |
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| 1999-present | Minnesota Vikings |
Jim Kleinsasser (born January 31, 1977 in Carrington, North Dakota) is an American Football player who currently plays fullback and tight end for the Minnesota Vikings of the NFL. He attended the University of North Dakota and played for the Fighting Sioux football team. He is commonly known by his nickname, "Jim Clank Clank."
[edit] High school career
Jim Kleinsasser attended Carrington High School in Carrington, North Dakota and was a letterman and a standout in football, basketball, and track & field. In football, he was a two time All-Region honoree and All-State honoree, and was twice named the Gatorade Circle of Champions North Dakota Player of the Year. At Carrington High School, Kleinsasser was a key player on the 1995 Class B State Championship basketball team.
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